Just Right! Sensory Modulation Curriculum With Hands-On Interventions for Classrooms and Clinics

Just Right! Sensory Modulation Curriculum With Hands-On Interventions for Classrooms and Clinics

Sensory modulation is considered a component of emotional regulation and social-emotional learning and is critical for academic and social success. Research shows that sensory modulation is a skill that can be taught. This course reviews the evidence supporting instruction in sensory modulation and basic concepts and terminology used in this instruction. In this 3-hour webinar, participants have the opportunity to practice and learn how to use the lessons from Just Right! A Sensory Modulation Curriculum for K-5 with hands-on activities, make-it/take-it projects, and video demonstrations. This course references the Curriculum throughout and includes access to the digital version.

NOTE: In order to participate in hands-on activities,

1. Please print the handout labeled “PRINT for make-it take-it activity.” This PDF will be downloadable with the course materials in the view-on-demand version.
2. Have these supplies available:

• • scissors,
  • glue stick,
  • 2 White paper plates,
  • 1 brass fastener,
  • 1 paper clip, and
  • 1 Manila folder.

Learning Outcomes

1. Define sensory modulation and the three major subtypes of Sensory Modulation Disorder (SMD).
2. Identify where sensory modulation fits within a Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) frame of reference and within the tiers of intervention.
3. Delineate components of the Just Right! Curriculum, including materials and preparation, instructional modifications, and access to demonstration videos and student handouts.
4. Define major terms and concepts used in the Just Right! Curriculum to ensure success in student instruction. Assemble projects/materials to be used in teaching the curriculum to allow for immediate implementation in practice.

Course Information

• Target Audience: introductory- to advanced-level OTs, COTAs, parents, and other professionals working with children with sensory processing disorders
• Course Instructors: Gwen Wild, MOT, OTR/L, and Kim Wiggins, OTR/L
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• CE Broker course code: 20-1035068

Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Sensational Brain LLC is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development (#8215). Course approval ID#06963. This distance learning, independent format is offered at 0.3 CEU, Introductory level, OT Service Delivery. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA or indicate AOTA approval of a certification or other professional recognition.

Gwen Wild, MOT, OTR/L, is an experienced occupational therapist specializing in the treatment of children and adolescents diagnosed with autism and sensory processing disorders. Gwen is the creator of BrainWorks sensory diet tools. Although selling the business in October 2020, she remains with Sensational Brain as the AOTA CE Administrator. She currently works as an Intensive Support Specialist for a large educational service agency. Gwen presents to audiences nationwide on topics related to sensory modulation and self-regulation. She lives in Galesburg, Michigan, with her husband and will soon have an empty nest as her three daughters venture out on their own. Learn more about Gwen’s mission and why she created BrainWorks on our About page. To view Gwen’s courses, check out her product page.

Disclosures

• Financial: Gwen Wild receives compensation for her responsibilities as CE administrator for AOTA as well as speaking fees from Sensational Brain LLC. Gwen is co-author of Just Right! A Sensory Modulation Curriculum for K-5®.
• Nonfinancial: No relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.

Kim Wiggins, OTR/L, is an experienced occupational therapist specializing in the treatment of children since 2001. She is a full-time therapist at a City School District in upstate New York, owner of www.OTKimWiggins.com, and has been a nationally known speaker since 2011. Kim is certified in Mobile Devices for Children with Disabilities, Puzzle Art Therapy, Handwriting Without Tears, Zaner Bloser, The Size Matters Handwriting Program, The Listening Program, and as an Irlen Screener. To view Kim’s courses, check out her product page.

Disclosures

• Financial: Kim Wiggins receives a speaking fee from Sensational Brain LLC and is the owner of OTKimWiggins LLC. Kim is an affiliate for these companies and receives a percentage of profits from her referrals for these webinars:
  • Double Time Docs (https://www.doubletimedocs.com): A Collaboration Sensation and Get It Done! OT documentation
  • Move Thrive Play (https://www.moveplaythrive.com): Primitive Reflexes
  • SpedNotes (a free program until August 2020, https://www.spednote.com/): Get It Done! OT documentation and Writing IEP Goals
• Nonfinancial: No relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.

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